The BBC probably embraced this change with euphoric glee.
Mind you, other broadcasters wouldn't have been terribly far behind, and would have wilted too, given time.
I'm sure talk's been of the License Fee scrappage for nigh-on an eternity, but for some unbeknownst reason the Beeb always manage to wrangle their way out of a tight spot, whilst our PM decides to tackle Obesity out of nowhere and the likes!
So as they're seemingly never fully held to account, and raking in obscene amounts for what has become a terrible broadcaster, especially in light of the competition which is simply light-years ahead now, OF COURSE they're going to be feeling invulnerable. And with that comes the smug virtue-signalling, kowtowing & pandering....
Only way to really get at the BBC is to say the Royals suck, as does their coverage. Watch them break down in tears!